Simon Wilson

Simon Wilson joins Jesse to right some wrongs - today he looks at an example of democracy in action - because he says he's "seen the future of democracy and it works". Audio

Simon talks about safety on Auckland's buses after a fatal stabbing, the people getting into trouble while going for a swim in hot weather. Audio

In part two, the Panel discusses a year of job cuts, everyone knows someone who has been hit by industry closures or corporate restructuring: will 2026 be more of the same? Then, we get into the nitty… Audio

For your viewing pleasure, the full video of The Panel's outside broadcast from Revelry bar in Ponsonby, Auckland. Click through to watch the panel discuss some of 2025's big stories. 

Simon discusses the ongoing issue of flooding and a "new action plan" to improve quality of life on Queen St. Audio

In part two, it's been revealed that private prison operator Serco is eyeing up our public hospital infrastructure. Would you be happy with Serco running the health system? Then, Age Concern Whanganui… Audio

Tonight, on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Aimie Hines and Simon Wilson. First up, Cabinet has signed off on an overhaul of the country's gun laws. Some have been worried that this… Audio

With the local elections done and dusted, mayors will now be turning their attention to how to run their councils and get things done in their patch. Today in solving the world's problems, NZME Senior… Audio

Simon covers the Local Government election results, including what appears to be the background to Wayne Brown's big win. Audio

Tonight, on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Verity Johnson and Ed McKnight. First up, a new Reserve Bank governor has been appointed and Dr Anna Breman will be the first women in… Audio

In part two, Canterbury has clocked up the most e-scooter accidents over the last five years with more than 1700 ACC claims. What is happening and how can you keep safe? Then, women in Otago have put… Audio

Tonight, on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Deborah Hart and Simon Wilson. First up, save the Chateau! A petition with over 15 thousand signatures was handed to parliament today… Audio

NZ Herald senior writer Simon Wilson was moderating the debate and joins Emile Donovan to discuss. Audio

Simon discusses in the latest in the mayoral contest, housing density, a rural rates revolt and reclaiming land at the Port of Auckland. Simon Wilson is a Senior Writer NZ Herald Audio

Simon Wilson chats to Emile about MMP, specifically the widespread perception that the tail now wags the dog. Could the solution be using Parliament more constructively? Audio

In part two, some people are finding themselves wrongfully stung by parking fines where camera-based systems have been introduced. Tech commentator Paul Spain explains. Then, where do stutters come… Audio

Tonight, on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Simon Wilson and Madison Burgess-Smith. First up, building that cosy sleep-out or tool shed will be easier and free of red tape. That's… Audio

Simon Wilson is a senior writer with the New Zealand Herald. Audio